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Lombok-Oost, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 1915 apartment on Balistraat sits in the lively Lombok-Oost neighbourhood, a stone's throw from Utrecht's bustling Kanaalstraat. At 45 m², it's a compact home with an energy label C. The asking price of €299,000 is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €439,389, making it a keen entry point into the Utrecht market, especially compared to other flats in Utrecht.
Lombok-Oost is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel (over 4,800 addresses per km²). The population is young: half are between 25 and 45, and a third live alone. Families with children are few, so the streets have a lively, student-and-starting-professional vibe. No resident reviews are available, but the figures paint a picture of a dynamic, multicultural quarter. Homes here sell fast, on average within 19 days. For more context, see the Lombok-Oost neighbourhood.
Your daily bread run is just around the corner: Albert Heijn is 171 m away, and SPAR is a couple of streets further. For primary education, Kindercampus Molenpark is a five-minute walk, and the Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is also within walking distance for secondary school. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk away, and restaurants are on your doorstep. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 1.2 km away. For a broader view of the surroundings, check out the municipality of Utrecht.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Pauw Makelaardij and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property's size, age and energy label.
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The asking price is 32% below the average asking price in Lombok-Oost (€439,389), but the flat is also smaller than average (45 m² vs 75 m²). Given the fast market, homes sell in about 19 days, the price looks keen for a compact starter home in a popular Utrecht neighbourhood.
Energy label C is decent for a pre-war apartment. In Lombok-Oost, 30% of homes have label C, and 40% have D or lower. So this flat is better than many older properties, though not as efficient as modern builds.
Lombok-Oost is very urban and young: half the residents are between 25 and 45, and a third live alone. It's a dense area with many shops, restaurants and cafes, especially along Kanaalstraat. The vibe is lively and multicultural.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to Utrecht Centraal or other cities.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance, including Kindercampus Molenpark (228 m) and Christelijke Jenaplanschool De Brug (723 m). For secondary education, the Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is 401 m away.
Albert Heijn is just 171 m away, and SPAR is 437 m. There's also MCD and AH to go within a short walk, so daily groceries are very convenient.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €473,818 | €485,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,690 | – |
| Rent price | €1,455 p/m | €1,321 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Cosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a reasonably quiet neighbourhood. But there is absolutely no social contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience in the neighbourhood used to be very good. It was fun and cosy. Now there are some people living there who make it a lot less cosy and cause unjustified nuisance. You are wrongly accused and the police are called immediately. Personally, I don't think it's a safe neighbourhood, cars also drive very fast and there are many children who are careless with scooters or fatbikes.
Auto-translated to English by AII quite like it there
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is restless and there is often rubbish on the street. And by restless I mean that in November fireworks go off at night and people often hang around on the street until late. There is a snack bar and several shops in the area. However, there is a lot of hassle, for example with the sewerage that needs to be repaired. When residents report this, it sometimes takes months before anything is done about it, and even then it is not done properly. More police are also needed in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a beautiful neighbourhood with well-maintained houses and gardens, but there is little contact between residents. Although the surroundings are inviting and tidy, you hardly see people on the street and there is little interaction. Everyone seems to go their own way, which makes the neighbourhood, despite its beauty, a bit lonely.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €640,460 | €610,788 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,809 | – |
| Rent price | €1,784 p/m | €1,778 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.
Auto-translated to English by AIHeerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €642,366 | €540,659 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,346 | – |
| Rent price | €1,927 p/m | €1,907 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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